Genital warts are caused by the
- A. human papillomavirus
- B. human immunodeficiency virus
- C. herpes simplex virus
- D. bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Explanation
Certain strains of HPV produce warts, and other high risk strains can transform cervical cells. Being viral, warts cannot be treated with antibiotics, which is why vaccination against HPV is the best protection.